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Benefits of Carrots  1. Improves vision Western culture’s understanding of carrots being “good for the eyes” is one of the few we got right. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the liver. Vitamin A is transformed in the retina, to rhodopsin, a purple pigment necessary for night vision. Beta-carotene has also been shown to protect against macular degeneration and senile cataracts. A study found that people who eat the most beta-carotene had 40 percent lower risk of macular degeneration than those who consumed little. 2. Helps prevent cancer Studies have shown carrots reduce the risk of lung cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer. Researchers have just discovered falcarinol and falcarindiol which they feel cause the anticancer properties. Falcarinol is a natural pesticide produced by the carrot that protects its roots from fungal diseases. Carrots are one of the only common sources of this compound. A study showed 1/3 lower cancer r...

Black pepper (scientific name: Piper nigrum) is a hot, pungent spice with a host of health benefits. In fact, it is used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine.  It has an active component called piperine that gives black pepper its characteristic taste. Plus, it contains iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, chromium, vitamins A and C, and other nutrients. Black pepper usually is added to savory dishes when they are done cooking, otherwise its volatile oils tend to evaporate and diminish its flavor. Freshly ground black pepper has the most flavor. Peppercorns work well in soups, stews, marinades, and other sauces that are cooked slowly. Here are the top 10 health benefits of black pepper. 1. Increases Nutrient Absorption The piperine in black pepper enhances the bioavailability of various nutrients such as vitamins A and C, selenium, beta-carotene, and others, thereby improving your overall health. Bioavailability refers to the amount of a nutrient or supple...

Ajwain has been an important part of the Indian kitchens since ages. Moreover, it has been abundantly used for various home remedies.  This aromatic and flavorsome spice also imbibes amazing medicinal properties. This spice has been described in the classical texts for Ayurveda as: * Wonderful digestive * Appetizer * Flatulence reliever * Imparts strength * Ajwain in Combination with Other Herbs This Ayurvedic herb is used for various purposes in combination with other drugs for extra-ordinary results. Here are some of the combinations along with astonishing results. 1. Weight Reduction: Ajwain powder along with danamethi powder, kalijiri powder and alsi powder can be used for weight management. 2. Indigestion and Gas : Ajwain powder along with half the quantity of saindha namak helps in relieving flatulence when consumed with lukewarm water. 3. Post Delivery Nutrition : Traditionally, Ajwain powder is prepared into decoction and is administered to females after the del...

They might be tiny, but cloves are giants when it comes to nutrition and natural health.  I first realized this about 12 years ago when I was simultaneously doing an intestinal cleanse and having a root canal. I noticed that whenever I drank the clove oil for the cleanse, my mouth would also stop smarting.  Used often in Ayurvedic medicine, cloves are anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiseptic and analgesic. They’re packed with antioxidants and are good sources of minerals (especially manganese), omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and vitamins Here are great uses for cloves, culled from an Ayurvedic tradition: 1. Temporarily treat a toothache:  You can temporarily alleviate the pain by dabbing a little clove oil on a cotton ball and placing it on the sore tooth or on your gums. An added benefit is that it will also pull out any infection. 2. Relieve upper respiratory infections: Ayurveda suggests making a tea to lessen, or prevent, colds and flu. It is also used as an ex...

Elaichi or cardamom is one of the most common spices seen in an Indian household. Not only does it add sweet taste and unique flavour to your dishes, it is also widely used as a natural mouth freshener. But the humble green pod has a lot more to offer – health wise. Here are the top eight reasons why elaichi scores high in the list of healthy spices. 1. Improves digestion Ever wonder why elaichi is a staple addition to saunf after meal? Well, that is because elaichi is carminative in nature and helps speed up digestion. It also reduces inflammation of the stomach lining, fights heartburn and nausea. Another added advantage of this spice is that it soothes the mucous membrane, making it function better thereby relieving the symptoms of acidity and an upset stomach. Moreover, according to Ayurvedic texts it also reduces the air content in the stomach, making it more capable of digesting food efficiently. Tip: Take a two to three pods of cardamom, a small piece of ginger, 2- 3...

There is a very famous saying in India: “ek anar saw bimar!” which translates into: “1 pomegranate for a100 diseases.” In indian culture, the pomegranate fruit has been prized as a balancing tridoshic healthy fruit since times immemorial.  Pomegranate is grown mainly in India, Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, dry parts of Southeast Asia, tropical Africa and East Indies, along the parts of Arizona and California and peninsular Malaysia. Its seeds and skin are used to cure many health ailments in ayurveda. Benefits of Pomegranate’s juice, leaves, bark etc : Having pomegranate’s juice daily is good for heart and useful people suffering from low B.P and Asthma. Its juice increase apetite and helps in digestion Kills germs in stomach and intestines Its juice purifies blood If we extract juice from its skin and take 2 tea spoons of that juice, thrice per day, it controls blood in piles immediately The fruit’s skin juice and tree bark juice if boiled together ...

Udwarthanam (Dry massage) Udwarthanam is special therapeutic deep tissue massage using herbal powders. Udwarthanam means to elevate or to promote. This massage involves upward stroking, where the powder is rubbed forcibly on the body. Classical treatises on Ayurveda explain this procedure as a daily routine. Procedure: The herbal powder is warmed by heating. The massage is done in the opposite direction to hair follicles by two therapists. The procedure is performed in seven postures. After completion the person is advised to take rest for 30 minutes, followed by a shower with warm water. Duration of treatment : 45 minutes to 60 minutes Benefits: * Pacifies the aggravated Kapha dosha * Reduces the excess fat accumulated in the subcutaneous tissues * Softens and exfoliates dead skin cells, thereby giving a lustrous glow to skin * Detoxification, purification, toning the skin * Eliminates bad body odor * Improves mobility of joints * Strengthens and tones up the muscles * ...

Suvarnaprashan is described in Ayurved for children up to 12 years age. It is an important Ayurvedic oral tonic which has to be administered to every child. Definition :  Suvarna means Gold. Prashan means to lick. Licking of properly processed gold in form of avaleha is called Suvarnaprashan. (That is why we make suvarnaprashan in a lickable form or Prash form which is semisolid like chyavanprash.) When to give? Daily early morning (called regular suvarnaprashan which is given daily for a month or two or more if recommended by your vaidya) Or At least on every pushya nakshatra day which comes after every 27 days with varying times according to indian hindu calendar. Benefits: Maharshi Kashyap who was an ancient Indian paediatrician describes: "Suvarnaprashanm hi tat Medhagni-bala-vardhanam | Ayushyam-mangalam-punyam Vrushyam-grahapaham | Masat param medhavi Vyadhibhir na drushyate | Shadbhihi masaih  Shrutadharh suvarnaprashanad bhavet |" Meaning: A properly made ...

TAKE AYURVEDIC HERBAL MEDICINES & AVOID ANY SIDE-EFFECTS & RECURRENCE OF DISEASES. In rainy season usually, we all suffer from health aliments like common cold, fever, sore throat infection, bronchitis, stomach infection, loose motions, vomiting, headache, nose /ear/eye infections. As we take medicines,many of us suffer from lot of side-effects like drowsiness, giddiness, vomiting, acidity, stomach ulcer or even piles. AYURVEDA has excellent medicines for this acute illness we all suffer from, so if u take ayurveda treatment then u will also get cured in almost same time as other medicines. It will benefit you in many ways…as  ❶ it wont take weeks or months to cure you, it will just take 5-6 days or even only 2-3 days.  ❷ It wont give you any side-effect as its completely ayurvedic medicines we give.  ❸ It will reduce recurrence of these aliments. As ayurved medicines also boost immunity. We have effective treatment available at our clinic, so we are ...

HEALTH TIPS FOR MONSOON SEASON | Shashwat Ayurveda Clinic, Kalwa Thane      Rains come as a big relief after hot summer season . But rains also bring along some common health problems every year .  Do you know why ?  Ayurveda has a answer to this , when rains start pouring over heated ground ; Vapors starts coming out from ground & as result of this phenomena ; our 3 doshas gets imbalanced in our body . Especially vata dosha gets vitialed in our body along with mild levels of pitta dosha . This imbalance of doshas causes - 1)Low digestive power . 2)Low immunity power 3)Weak body strength       . Due to which we suffer from common health problems like common cold , Recurrent viral or bacterial infections , gastroenteritis , Acute joint pain , spinal problems etc .           Hence in monsoon , It is extremely important that we take utmost care of our body of prevent ourselves from suffering any illness...

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Migraine is a neurological condition characterized by strong, pulsating bouts that resemble headaches. It's also linked to symptoms like nausea and vomiting, as well as increased sensitivity to sound and light. A migraine attack occurs when these symptoms appear.  Migraine is often treated with pharmacological drugs and lifestyle adjustments in traditional medicine. If these therapies don't work or you prefer natural cures, you might want to consider incorporating an integrative approach. Ayurveda, an ancient medical tradition, is one alternative. To manage your problems, Ayurveda employs nontraditional treatments such as herbal remedies.  Trust only the finest ayurvedic doctor in navi Mumbai at  Dr Mande's Ayurvedic & Physiotherapy clinic book an appointment today at    Dr.Kalpesh Mande Vashi Navi Mumbai +91  99604 55493